Join us in welcoming Nicolaas van Yperen

We are thrilled to announce a welcoming transition in leadership at The Cedar Chest III, effective January 1, 2025, as founding owner Nancy Briggs begins her well-earned retirement!  

Nicolaas, a familiar face to our valued customers, has taken the reins as the new owner. Having been part of our family since 2018, Nick's journey with us has been marked by his dedication and hard work in managing our furniture and art departments. His invaluable contributions during the challenging times of the 2020 pandemic shutdown and subsequent reopening have solidified his role as a trusted leader. As a native of Connecticut, Nicolaas is deeply rooted in our community. He cherishes spending quality time with his wife and their growing family of three (soon to be four) children. In addition to his commitment to The Cedar Chest, he enjoys working on his vehicles, writing, and creating, bringing a unique blend of creativity and passion into our store.

Nicolaas started his career in the fast food industry, very quickly learning customer service and customer relations was key to a successful business. He went on to work in other food industry positions, until entering the world of retail. Other work experiences include participation and teaching in community theatre, enjoying both acting and directing aspects of the productions. This allowed him to interact with people, to invest in their search for curiosities and endeavors It also gave him the ability to get to know people and invest his time and effort into their lives and their experiences.

With Nicolaas at the helm, we are filled with enthusiasm for the future! We invite you to explore our unique offerings of clothing, home decor, and furniture, and to engage with us during this exciting chapter in our journey.